American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) Practice Exam

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A child diagnosed with ADHD may struggle with which of the following?

  1. Persistent paranoid thoughts

  2. Achieving organized tasks

  3. Delusions

  4. Severe emotional changes

The correct answer is: Achieving organized tasks

A child diagnosed with ADHD may experience significant challenges in achieving organized tasks due to the core symptoms of the disorder, which include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. These symptoms manifest as difficulties in sustaining attention in activities, following through on instructions, organizing tasks and activities, and managing time effectively. As a result, children with ADHD may often appear disorganized, forgetful, and prone to making careless mistakes, especially in academic or structured settings. Understanding ADHD in this context highlights that while other issues such as emotional changes or paranoid thoughts can occur in children with various mental health conditions, they are not characteristic symptoms of ADHD. The focus for these children is primarily on their challenges with task organization and maintaining attention, which directly impacts their academic performance and overall functioning. Recognizing this allows for appropriate interventions and support strategies tailored to help improve their organizational skills and manage their symptoms more effectively.